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This week’s paper

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Our page layout people did a fabulous job of creating a Western look for the May 18th issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald, all in honour of this week’s Unity Western Days. As for content, you will find:

  • an introduction to the five girls running for rodeo queen;
  • a list of the locals brave enough to throw their hats in the ring for Celebrity “Bull” Riding;
  • photos from and a write-up on  the Unity Sports Wall of Fame induction ceremonies May 9; and
  • results from the UCHS junior high track meet.

Add in the editorial page, a Western Days Top 10, judges’ comments on the Press-Herald from the Saskatchewan newspapers’ awards night and the RCMP report and everyone should find something of interest in their local community newspaper!

Below – members of the Cardinals senior men’s baseball team, themselves inductees into the Sports Wall of Fame, congratulate the 2014 Mosquito Cardinal Provincial A2 Baseball Champions. Look for photos of all inductees to be posted at unity stories later this week.

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Next week’s paper

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Time keeps ticking on and next week, we’ll hit the May midway mark all ready! In the May 11th issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald, you’ll find:

  • photos of the celebration and an account of 100 years for the co-op in Luseland, Saskatchewan;
  • a report on Canada Road Safety Week – our local police will be out and about supporting this safety initiative, check out the details;
  • next year’s Living Sky School Division calendar; and
  • a Talk of the Town from head lifeguard Natalie Kiefer with swimming lesson and pool information.

As always, even the ads have plenty of useful information for you – in particular with next week’s Western Days ad, you can start planning your Western Days weekend.

Below: Tammy Nielsen sings for the volunteers attending Unity’s annual Volunteer Appreciation Night May 4, 2015.

volunteer appreciation night at Unity SK

Next week’s paper

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While we can’t bring you the sounds of Unity’s 89th Music Festival, we can bring you some of the sights at Sunday’s showcase performance, a report and a list of award winners. Look for those in the May 1st issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald, along with:

  • reminders from our bylaw officer as to what he will be on the lookout for in yards now that the snow has melted;
  • the first Saskatchewan crop report of the year; and
  • an interesting story on national insect research that the Grade 6 class at St. Peter’s is helping out with.

Of course, there’s also the RCMP report, thank you’s from community members, in memoriams, an obituary and ads for upcoming events.

Below, three antelope enjoy an undisturbed crop field northeast of town but they had best be warned – a few farmers have also been spotted out in the fields this week!

Saskatchewan crop land

Next week’s paper

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Unity was well represented at the annual Rivers West District for Sport, Culture and Recreation annual awards banquet April 22, receiving three awards! That’s the lead story in next week’s Unity Wilkie Press-Herald. In our local weekly newspaper, you will also find:

  • a report on awards won by UCHS drama students at their regional competition;
  • a report and photos from the Unity Miners’ awards night; and
  • just for a change of pace, a report and photos from a 52-person trip to Europe.

Be sure to check the ads too for some important details, including a schedule of recycling pickup dates.

Cleopatra - Shiraya Winterhalt

In her last, and 12 time on stage for UCHS drama, Shiraya Winterhalt received an Acting Certificate of Merit for her performance as Cleopatra in Desperate Housewives of Shakespeare.

Lady Macbeth - Iza Belle Lucensio

Iza Belle Lucenio won an acting medal for her portrayal of Lady Macbeth in Desperate Housewives of Shakespeare at the Saskatchewan High School Regional Drama Festival .

This week’s paper

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There’s been some luck in and around town this last while! Read all about it on the front page of today’s Unity Wilkie Press-Herald! Also in this week’s paper:

  • an article on the housing study taking place and the report being prepared for Unity;
  • an article on and photos of equipment recently purchased for our health care centre by the Unity Health Care Auxiliary;
  • fittingly, as it was National Volunteer Week last week, an article on another local volunteer organization and what they do – the Unity Lions Club; and
  • Unity Miners’ Behn Robertson makes the SWHL awards list, not once, not twice but three times!

Next week’s paper

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It’s been a while since we’ve had a 24-page paper but that’s the treat that’s in store for Unity Wilkie Press-Herald readers next week! There is a LOT going on in town – be sure to check out the ads too so you know what is happening when with AGMs, the Sports Wall of Fame induction dinner and other upcoming events.

As far as articles go, next week you can read about:

  • changes coming up for KC Rescue (note – foster homes for cats needed);
  • the latest open house regarding recycling changes in the Town of Unity;
  • a guest speaker and special events at UCHS designed to include everyone as an anti-bullying tactic; and
  • hockey round-ups for the provincial Bantam Lazers and the Canucks rec hockey teams.

Of course with 24 pages there is much more than that – get your copy of the April 13th issue and read it for yourself. And remember, you can have it delivered to your mailbox for less than 50 cents a copy! Call 306-228-2267 to subscribe.

Is it co-incidence or wisdom spanning centuries that has this cat choosing to camouflage itself at nap time? Just one of many cats at KC Rescue looking for a “forever” or foster home.

Camouflaged cat naps at KC Rescue in Unity, SK

 

This week’s paper

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First, a reminder that the April 6 issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald will not be available until Tuesday, April 7, due to the Easter weekend holiday. The Press-Herald offices, however, will be open Monday, April 6, as usual.

With local teams and athletes dominating at provincial competitions, look for some sports success stories! Along with those, you can expect to find:

  • an introduction to one of the adjudicators at the upcoming Unity Music Festival;
  • a special update on the RCMP’s continuing investigation into the vehicle thefts of last November;
  • a prelude story to UCHS’s upcoming production of Desperate Housewives of Shakespeare; and
  • photos from Unity and Wilkie Easter egg hunts.

HAPPY EASTER TO EVERYONE and hope you all find some treats to enjoy!

Easter fun

Next week’s paper

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News of some hockey championships is starting to trickle in while other teams will still be on the ice this weekend. Find out who and what in the March 30th issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald. The last issue of March, 2015 will also feature:

  • a heartwarming story about a former resident making a name for himself simply by performing acts of kindness;
  • the Luseland location of Delta Co-op will celebrate its 100th anniversary this year – find out how and when it began;
  • a report on Unity Credit Union’s AGM and a summary of the year past and the year ahead; and
  • met the Town’s new, and first, Director of Finance.

Along with the RCMP report, a new Faith Matters column, a report of who won what for which project at the Regional Science Fair and more, there is plenty of reading and viewing ahead for you in next week’s paper.

 

Preview of March 23rd paper

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Be sure to check out the ads in the March 23rd issue of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald as there are plenty of important dates to take note of (also updated on our calendar but the ads have more information), everything from another recycling meeting hosted by Loraas and the Town of Unity to the 11th annual Easter egg hunt at the community centre.

Of course, the paper is not all ads either! Look for:

  • an introduction to Unity’s new parks and recreation director;
  • information on the dirt piles on the UCHS football field;
  • highlights from the provincial budget debate in the Legislative Assembly March 18; and
  • of course, an RCMP report, school news and hockey updates too.

March issues of the Press-Herald

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Due to family matters taking precedence, no Friday previews were posted of the March 9 or March 16 issues of the Unity Wilkie Press-Herald. For those interested, a few highlights of each issue follows below.

Did you know you can have the Press-Herald delivered direct to your mailbox each week for as little as less than 50 cents an issue?! Call 306-228-2267 to subscribe.

March 9 Unity Wilkie Press-Herald highlights:

  • coverage of Celebrate Unity – the annual recognition of new businesses as well as established businesses celebrating special milestones, plus long-time community volunteers and hard-working committees; this year’s event included a posthumous recognition of the contributions of the late Shirley Parkinson; and
  • Unity Skating Club’s hosting of an invitational regional skating competition and photos of Unity skaters who medalled at the event.

March 16 Unity Wilkie Press-Herald highlights:

  • annual Salute to Agriculture issue in recognition of National Farm Safety Week;
  • In the special dedicated Agriculture pages, profiles of life as a cattle rancher for two area cattle farmers;
  • details about the new recycling program coming to Unity and coverage of the town’s open house regarding same.

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